High School Special Education Teacher

High School

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Supervisor: Building Principal/Special Ed Director
Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule
Location/Assignment: QHS
Conditions of work: 180 days/1 FTE
School Year: 2026/2027
Open Until Filled

The job of high school teacher is to prepare learning objectives and standards for assigned academic and enrichment subject areas and grade levels, to teach and instruct students to promote student achievement, to provide guidance, counsel, supervision and discipline to students, and to assess and evaluate performance and progress to enhance effective learning.

• Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.
• Foster an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans and instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth.
• Creates positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills, develop essential attitudes and experience.
• Plans and prepares well organized series of learning opportunities and activities; established objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes. Effectively writes IEP goals for all students on given caseload.
• Assess and evaluates student achievement; adapts and modifies techniques and material for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
• Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains and provides fair and consistent classroom management.
• Acknowledges, discusses rewards and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as necessary and maintains student safety.
• Evaluates effectiveness of student goals and records student progress; prepares progress reports and grade reports as required; administers tests as necessary.
• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.
• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to keep confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Special Education related endorsement required. Other degrees and certifications may be considered.
• Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom techniques; effective instructional techniques.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.

This position is represented by the Quincy Education Association.

Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days. Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE.

• Establish and maintain effective, positive communication and working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.
• Knowledge of Special Education compliance and required IEP elements and assessments/screenings.
• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.
• Strong technical and word processing skills required.
• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize…